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VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Barbering

at Truro and Penwith College, Truro · college

Level 2T LevelsCertificate30 weeksPart time£500

What the college says

The VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Barbering is a technical level qualification aimed at learners who wish to pursue a career as an employed/self employed senior barber or senior men's hairdresser/stylist. Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and health & safety. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to consult with clients, provide a range of cutting and barbering services specifically for men's hair, provide shaving services and create facial hair shapes. In parallel, learners will develop their communication and customer service skills, their awareness of environmental sustainability and their commercial skills, all of which are valued highly by employers. Problem solving and research skills will also be developed.

What you need to get on

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How you are assessed

Two-year technical qualification with a 45-day industry placement. Equivalent to three A levels.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

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